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1MORE Q21 vs SoundPEATS Mini Pro: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the 1MORE Q21 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 80. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: 1MORE Q21 - Great overall at around $23.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

1MORE Q21 leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • 1MORE Q21
  • SoundPEATS Mini Pro
HearWiki score
80
56
Sound
7.6
6.5
Noise cancelling
7.7
5.8
Battery
4.9
4.4
Calls
7.2
5.7
Value
9.5
5.2
Price (USD)
$23
$14

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

New platform

1MORE Q21 (2025) against SoundPEATS Mini Pro (2022). The 1MORE Q21 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.2 and Top codec LDAC against aptX Adaptive. It also adds Multipoint pairing and Custom EQ.

  • Q2120253 yr newer
  • Mini Pro2022
What differsQ21Mini Pro

Platform

Bluetooth
5.4
5.2
Top codec
LDAC
aptX Adaptive

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No

Level on: ANC type, USB-C, Transparency mode, Companion app, Water resistance.

Specifications

Q21Mini Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$23
$14
HearWiki score
80
56
Released
2025
2022
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
12 mm dynamic
10 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
12 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
16 Ω
Sensitivity
-
94 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.4
5.2
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC
SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive
Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
5.5 h
5 h
Battery life (ANC on)
4 h
5 h
Battery incl. case
22 h
21 h
Full charge time
90 min
90 min
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
hybrid
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
-
4.7 g
Case weight
32.2 g
36.8 g
Water resistance
IPX5
IPX5
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
2
-
Call noise reduction
Yes
-
Call NR technology
AI ENC
-

What reviewers said

1MORE Q21

The 1MORE Q21 earbuds deliver impressive value for their low price, combining solid active noise cancellation, clear call quality, and engaging sound in a budget-friendly package. They also support LDAC and multipoint, making them a versatile everyday option, though battery life is somewhat limited. Their low-latency performance and IPX5 rating make them suitable for gaming and sports use.

  • Pro:Strong ANC for the price
  • Pro:Clear call quality
  • Pro:Great sound with LDAC support
  • Con:Battery life is below average
  • Con:Sound has some noticeable quirks
  • Con:No wireless charging

SoundPEATS Mini Pro

The SoundPEATS Mini Pro are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds that pack in hybrid active noise cancellation, aptX Adaptive support, and an IPX5 rating for a very low price. They offer a comfortable fit, solid sound quality, and a compact design, making them a strong everyday value pick despite a few compromises like the lack of multipoint and wireless charging.

  • Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for the price
  • Pro:Supports aptX Adaptive codec
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable fit
  • Con:Only 5 hours of battery per charge
  • Con:No multipoint connection
  • Con:No wireless charging case

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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